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Head of Regulatory & Advisory Compliance, Banking – Singapore
Singapore, Central · $300,000-$360,000Head of Regulatory & Advisory Compliance – Singapore
Role Overview
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic leader to head the Regulatory & Advisory Compliance function for a leading financial institution in Singapore. This pivotal role encompasses providing expert regulatory advice across wealth management, retail banking, commercial banking and global markets. The successful candidate will oversee a team of compliance professionals, ensuring robust engagement with MAS and fostering a strong compliance culture across the organization.
THE ROLE:
Leadership & Team Management:
Regulatory Advisory:
Regulatory Engagement:
Framework & Governance:
Risk Management:
Training & Awareness:
Monitoring & Reporting:
PROFILE:
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the regulatory compliance function and drive strategic impact in a dynamic financial services environment.
Salary guide: $300,000 - $360,000
SLOANE SHOREY
Compliance | Risk | Intelligence | Investigations
www.sloaneshorey.com
We partner with leading organisations to attract and retain highly skilled professionals in compliance, risk, intelligence and investigations.
Our clients include leading banks, financial services firms, and specialist consulting companies focused on intelligence and investigations.
Established in Singapore in 2017, we execute assignments across Asia and beyond.
Sloane Shorey is a Ministry of Manpower Licensed Employment Agency: EA License 20S0307
Role Overview
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic leader to head the Regulatory & Advisory Compliance function for a leading financial institution in Singapore. This pivotal role encompasses providing expert regulatory advice across wealth management, retail banking, commercial banking and global markets. The successful candidate will oversee a team of compliance professionals, ensuring robust engagement with MAS and fostering a strong compliance culture across the organization.
THE ROLE:
Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of compliance professionals specializing in regulatory advisory and MAS liaison.
- Set strategic direction and ensure alignment with the organization's compliance and business objectives.
- Provide leadership on emerging regulatory trends and best practices.
Regulatory Advisory:
- Deliver expert compliance advice across business lines, including wealth management, retail and commercial banking, and global markets.
- Stay abreast of evolving regulations and guide the business in proactively managing regulatory risks.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align regulatory advisory efforts with business strategies.
Regulatory Engagement:
- Act as the primary liaison with MAS, managing inspections, audits, and regulatory submissions.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities and industry bodies.
Framework & Governance:
- Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and controls to address regulatory requirements.
- Ensure robust governance structures are in place to monitor and manage compliance risks effectively.
Risk Management:
- Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks across diverse business units.
- Conduct regular risk reviews, ensuring timely resolution of identified issues.
Training & Awareness:
- Drive training initiatives to enhance the organization’s understanding of regulatory compliance obligations.
- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical behaviour throughout the organization.
Monitoring & Reporting:
- Oversee the monitoring of regulatory developments and ensure timely communication of relevant changes to stakeholders.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting to MAS and other relevant authorities.
PROFILE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, or a related discipline; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent) preferred.
- 15+ years of experience in compliance, with a focus on regulatory advisory and engagement, and at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Comprehensive knowledge of MAS regulations and the regulatory landscape for wealth management, retail banking, commercial banking, and global markets.
- Proven experience in leading compliance teams and managing regulatory engagements.
- Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance strategic priorities with operational needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the regulatory compliance function and drive strategic impact in a dynamic financial services environment.
Salary guide: $300,000 - $360,000
SLOANE SHOREY
Compliance | Risk | Intelligence | Investigations
www.sloaneshorey.com
We partner with leading organisations to attract and retain highly skilled professionals in compliance, risk, intelligence and investigations.
Our clients include leading banks, financial services firms, and specialist consulting companies focused on intelligence and investigations.
Established in Singapore in 2017, we execute assignments across Asia and beyond.
Sloane Shorey is a Ministry of Manpower Licensed Employment Agency: EA License 20S0307